Murfreesboro Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

Put Decades of Experience on Your Side

Motorcyclists have the right to safely share the road with other
motor vehicles. When crashes happen, the motorcyclist is at greater risk for injury. At
Gritton & Gritton, our Murfreesboro motorcycle accident lawyer helps motorcyclists get the
compensation they deserve for injuries caused by negligent,
distracted, or reckless drivers.

Helmet Laws in Tennessee

Every state has their own laws regarding motorcycle helmets. In Tennessee,
ALL motorcycle riders, regardless or age or if they are a passenger or
the driver, must wear a helmet. Not only are helmets statistically proven
to prevent or at least lessen head injuries when you get into an accident,
wearing one shows that you are a responsible driver who took the proper
precautions to keep yourself safe.

If you are not wearing a helmet and then get into an accident in Tennessee,
you may be held partially liable. Additionally, not wearing a helmet while
riding a motorcycle is just not safe.

What to do After a Motorcycle Accident

Motorcyclists often say that it's not
if you get into an accident, but
when. It's true that driving a motorcycle is more dangerous than driving a
car and getting into an accident is more likely to result in injuries
or fatalities. With that in mind, it's best to be prepared.

If - or when - you get into an accident, keep the following in mind:

Bikers are often blamed for accidents, even if the accident was not their
fault. Protect yourself by installing a motorcycle dash cam.

First and foremost, care for any injuries and call 911 if medical attention
is needed right away.

Take pictures of your injuries, damage to all vehicles involved, skid marks,
the time of day on a watch or cell phone, location of the accident, etc.
Anything that can be photographed to help you remember details later.

Exchange information with the other driver(s). Name, phone number, insurance
information, license information are all important pieces of information
for the insurance claim. Be sure to provide the same information for the
other driver(s) as well.

See a doctor. Even if you don't feel injured right away, adrenaline running
high immediately after an accident can hide injuries. You may have aches
and pains in the days or even weeks following the accident, so it's important
to be examined by a doctor.

If your accident was the fault of another, hiring a lawyer can be beneficial.
Our Murfreesboro motorcycle accident attorneys can focus on recovering
damages for you while you focus on recovering from your injuries.

Advocating for Injured Motorcyclists

After a motorcycle accident injury, you may be facing a lengthy recovery
period with a need for ongoing medical care and rehabilitation. Some accidents
result in permanent disability. If your injuries were caused by the actions
or negligence of another driver, an
experienced personal injury lawyer can help determine the compensation to which you may be entitled. We aggressively
advocate for the compensation you deserve.

We represent motorcyclists with serious injuries such as:

Head and brain injuries

Neck injuries

Back injuries

Fractures

Scarring

Amputations

As your attorneys, we will fight to help you recover appropriate compensation
to cover your medical costs, lost wages, personal damages, and pain and
suffering caused by a negligent or unsafe driver. Your attorney will handle
your case personally from start to finish.

Let Our Legal Team Handle the Insurance Company

Don’t settle for less compensation than your claim is worth. Insurance
companies frequently try to get away with paying as little as possible
on accident claims. They may approach you with a settlement offer, but
it is important that you seek legal representation to ensure that the
compensation is adequate. Our Murfreesboro motorcycle accident attorney
is skilled at dealing with insurance companies on behalf of our clients.

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